Guandan: China's card game strategy for building connections
Edited By WION Video Desk
Published: Aug 29, 2023, 06:25 IST | Updated: Aug 29, 2023, 06:25 IST
As foreign funding dwindles amid strained international relations, Chinese financiers are turning to an unexpected source to unlock domestic capital: a centuries-old card game known as ‘Guandan.’ translated as ‘throwing eggs,’ this poker-like game has found its way into the hearts of bankers, business executives, and even local officials seeking to strengthen connections.
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